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MSPO 2018 AN UNRIVALLED SUCCESS
Paris, London and Kielce, Poland - three European defence industry exhibitions to mention in one breath across the world and brought under the banner of MSPO, Europe’s third-largest trade show.
MSPO was organised by the Ministry of National Defence (MND) on the 4th-9th September, in partnership with Targi Kielce and government/private sector stakeholders to promote the Polish defence and security sectors. MSPO has been a showcase of the Polish industry for over 25 years as a venue for presentations of the global defence sector proving the best way to promote native Polish companies.
The 26th MSPO brought together 624 exhibitors from 31 countries, with Poland represented by 328 companies and complemented with the simultaneously-held LOGISTYKA, the 24th International Logistics Fair. As 2018 lead-nation, visitors were able to see the Polish Armed Forces celebrate the 100th anniversary of Polish Independence across 27,000 square metres in the 7 exhibition halls of the Kielce Exhibition and Congress centre and outdoor expo grounds under the Honorary Patronage of the President of the Polish Republic, Andrzej Duda.
With the Polish Armaments Group as Strategic Partner, MSPO 2018 hosted over 50 official foreign delegations and exhibitor presentation platforms from Australia, China, Canada, Finland, France, the Netherlands, Japan, Great Britain, Italy and Germany amongst others.
Record-breaking Helicopter Displays
The “Defence-Cooperation-Efficiency” theme encompassed 30 units of the Polish Armed Forces General Command and 380 units of equipment and museum exhibits, including Leopard 2 tanks, Rosomak armoured vehicles, RAK self-propelled mortar and a KRAB self-propelled gunner.
The helicopters used for the show were W-3WA Sokol and W-3 AE (aero-evacuating machine) with outdoor displays of the Apache AH-64, Mi-8MSB, Mi-2, Black Hawk, Capercaillie, SW-4 Solo Ruas and the Guimbal Cabrio G2.
Significant U.S. Presence
With rising tensions along the Poland-Russia border, U.S. aerospace, defence and security companies exhibited critical technologies and equipment to strengthen connections with buyers and decision-makers involved in the modernisation of Poland’s defence forces. This support for Poland and NATO allies saw more than 30 U.S.-based companies at MSPO, including Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Motorola Solutions, Northrop Grumman, Raytheon, Harris Corp., General Atomics Aeronautical, L3 Technologies, Cubic, SRC, Corfin, Otis Technologies, and state of Arizona exhibitors Black Diamond, Colnatec and Hydronalix and Protonex.
Northrop Grumman Showcases AARGM Missile
Northrop Grumman displayed its AGM-88E Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missile (AARGM) that provides the U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps and Italian Air Force an advanced weapon system for engaging and destroying enemy air defences and time-critical, mobile targets. AARGM is a supersonic, medium-range, air-launched tactical missile compatible with U.S. and allied strike aircraft, including all variants of the F/A-18, Tornado, EA-18G, F-16, EA-6B, and F-35 (external).
The company also displayed its Bushmaster Chain Guns and medium calibre ammunition, and demonstrated integrated air and missile defence (IAMD) and short-range air defence (SHORAD) capabilities.
The IAMD Battle Command System (IBCS) is a command-and-control system developed to deliver a single, unambiguous view of the battlespace, as recently demonstrated over vast distances via the multi-node distributed test. This enhances aircraft and missile tracking and improves the ability of combatant commanders and air defenders to make critical decisions within seconds. While SHORAD capabilities protect U.S. and allied forces from a range of manned and unmanned air and missile threats. The capabilities utilise sensors, weapons and command control to acquire, track, verify, engage, and defeat incoming threats.
Raytheon Displays Wide Range of Products
Raytheon focused on the three main areas of its cooperation with Poland: Poland’s future defence partnership, cooperation with Polish industry and partnership with the local communities. Below are some of the solutions showcased by the company:
Patriot:
Poland and 15 other countries have entrusted the anti-aircraft and anti-missile defence mission to the combat-tested Patriot system. Not only Poland, but also Sweden and Romania have joined the Patriot fellowship last year. Now Switzerland is also considering the possibility to acquire the Patriot system. Recently, Raytheon also announced the launch of work on its all-around omni-directional Patriot radar based on gallium nitride technology.
SkyCeptor:
The missile can eliminate 92 per cent of ballistic missiles, which pose a global threat. About 50 per cent of the missile can be possibly produced in Poland.
ELCAN Specter DR:
It is an optical sight used by the U.S. special forces command, British Ministry, and NATO countries’ forces. It increases soldiers’ safety owing to the ability of dual view switching with the throw of a lever. The two have been combined into a single sight unit.
The Multimedia Monitoring System (M3S):
It is designed to process various types of media available in many languages, such as online media, traditional media, YouTube, Twitter or Facebook videos as well as structured information that can then be browsed, searched and shared. Raytheon also cooperates with the Copernicus Science Centere in Warsaw as the sole partner of FabLearn Lab, Poland’s first educational workshops. Visitors can design and manufacture their own models with the used of digital production devices, such as 3D printers, plotters, digital cutters and hand tools. Raytheon is also the exclusive sponsor of the centre’s robotics workshops.
Boeing and PGZ Collaborate on KRUK Attack Helicopter Programme
Boeing and Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa (PGZ) have signed an agreement to partner on a range of business opportunities for the AH-64 Apache in support of the KRUK Attack Helicopter Programme.
The AH-64 Apache is under consideration by the Government of Poland for its attack helicopter requirement. As part of this effort, Boeing and PGZ are developing opportunities to support, sustain and upgrade defence systems; integrate unique Polish systems on the AH-64 Apache; strengthen manufacturing capabilities; incorporate PGZ companies in Boeing’s supply chain; pursue development of advance defence industrial capabilities and other activities as mutually agreed.
The AH-64E Apache is one of the most advanced combat helicopters in production today for the U.S. Army and a growing number of international defence forces. Currently operated by 16 countries, the Apache provides unmatched capability, interoperability, readiness and the lowest operating costs.
Thales Demonstrates Hawkei 4x4 Vehicle
Thales company presented the Hawkei 4x4 vehicle in four-door, left-hand-drive configuration for European markets. The vehicle can be offered for Polish WPWS Pegaz programme. The displayed Hawkei was configured with Polish ZMT unmanned turret, WB Group Topaz fire control system, PCO OBRA-3 laser warning system, and Radmor comms.
Hawkei is a seven-tonne, 4x4, new generation, protected vehicle with a three-tonne payload, designed to meet the demanding requirements of land forces worldwide. Hawkei delivers class-leading protection, mobility and payload with unparalleled levels of blast and ballistic protection.
HGH Infrared Systems Exhibits Latest Thermal Sensors
HGH Infrared Systems recently launched new technologies to support the modernisation of the defence industry: CYCLOPE 5.0, the Tracking in Staring mode feature, and the award-winning V-LRF option. At the show, the 360-degree° thermal sensors SPYNEL-C and SPYNEL-M, respectively used for FOB protection and by Special Forces, was presented. SPYNEL-C, one of HGH’s key products, has been improved with the latest software innovations.
One of the prominent innovations at the show was CYCLOPE 5.0’s Alarm Management Module, enabling to automatically distinguish between a threat and an authorised intrusion, by analysing the behaviour of the target. In the event of a confirmed threat, SPYNEL’s integrated software CYCLOPE 5.0 automatically alerts the hypervisor, creates a visual alarm, sends an email or even sends a screenshot to the user.
HGH also presented the V-LRF option for Spynel-X and Spynel-S, which consists in adding a Visible Channel and/or a laser range finder to the sensor for a better recognition.
Soucy Defense Highlights CRT System
Soucy Defense exhibited the Composite Rubber Track (CRT) system, at the show. The CRT technology was showcased in partnership with Huta Stalowa Wola (HSW), on the new Borsuk IFV vehicle.
The Borsuk IFV has been developed for the Polish Army and the version displayed on the PGZ stand had a composite rubber track system from Soucy Defense. The company’s CRT system consists of a continuously cased rubber band structure, reinforced with a range of composite materials and steel cord, weighing up to 50 per cent lighter than comparable steel track. This has enabled the vehicles weight to be reduced. The Borsuk IFV is an amphibious and rapid manoeuvrable vehicle and its serial production is being expected from 2019.
WB GROUP Advances TOPAZ and WARMATE 2
WB Group announced the evolution of its TOPAZ software system from only a fire control software system to a fully integrated combat management system (ICMS) for military users providing a comprehensive suite of tools for commanders to enable quicker decision making and reaction.
WB Group’s engineering team has created TOPAZ ICMS to accelerate decision making with high levels of accuracy and work with other technologies for surveillance, command and communications, fire control and strike. TOPAZ ICMS facilitates an adaptive workflow drawing upon the core elements in battle: overwatch/observation, management/logistics and strike.
The company also launched its WARMATE 2 Loitering Munition System, a new member of WB GROUP’s loitering munition systems family – WARMATE. The much bigger WARMATE 2 adds more impact power and longer flight endurance to the precision and swiftness of WARMATE.
Polish Multitask UAV Buggy Unveiled
The Polish company Wojskowe Zaklady Inzynieryne S.A. has launched a multitask UAV-UTV buggy presented as a dual-use vehicle, available for both military and civilian use. It is fully integrated with an UAV, which uses the buggy roof as its landing platform. The buggy has a tubular structure, which encompasses seating for five people.
The cargo compartment can carry a payload of maximum 300 kg. The vehicle empty weight nears 1,000 kg. Airborne and Special Forces are targeted as primary customers but border forces and other security units may be interested in this vehicle. The range of weaponry adaptable on it is wide, from machine guns to antitank missiles, but would require appropriate structure reinforcements and brackets.
At MSPO, the buggy was covered with a high-tech camouflage net lowering the IR/thermal signature.
Spotlight on Rosomak 8x8 Armoured Vehicle
The Polish Company Rosomak S.A., a subdivision of the Polish armaments industry PGZ, presented a new version of the Rosomak 8x8 armoured vehicle in Command Post variant. The Rosomak 8×8 multi-role armoured vehicle produced in Poland by Rosomak S.A., is a variant of the Patria AMV manufactured under license in Poland. The new Command Post vehicle is designed to offer communication and coordination centre to military units commanders during combat operations in static position or on the move. The Rosomak Command Post provides large interior space to support the commanders with all the equipment and electrical power required to manage the battlefield, with the same proven survivability and force protection as the standard Rosomak 8x8 Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC).
The Rosomak Command Post is equipped with different types of communications systems including computers and software able to send classified data including NATO secret information.
Ctrl+Sky Products Provide Umbrella Protection
Ctrl+Sky Vehicle Mounted is a mobile system for UAV detection and neutralisation mounted on a vehicle. The system ensures protection of mass events, borders and other airspace against unseemly or hostile use of drones, day and night, in any weather conditions. The Ctrl+Sky provides an umbrella-like protection without blind zones and enables effective detection of small drones at a distance of up 2000 m, with minimal false alarms.
TUR V 4x4 Multi-Purpose Armoured Vehicle Launched
The Polish Company AMZ, manufacturer of combat and armoured vehicles, unveiled a new version of the TUR V, which is designed as a multi-purpose armoured vehicle. According to the Polish Defense Industry, the new TUR V was developed for the Pegaz programme of the Polish Army.
The design of the new TUR V is divided in three main parts with the engine at the front, a double crew cab in the middle, and an open-top cargo compartment at the rear. The roof of the vehicle has a single hatch that can be used to put a remotely operated turret on a ring mount.
The armoured crew cabin of the new TUR V offers ballistic protection and mine protection and can accommodate up to four military personnel, including driver and commander. An optional armour protection can be fitted on the vehicle to increase the protection to Level 3.
Polish-made C-UAS Offers Robust Solutions
Polish Company Wojskowe Zakłady Elektroniczne (WZE) presented its new counter UAV system, LANCA 2.0, designed to neutralise small flying objects. The potential threat from small UAVs in the hands of terrorists or during combat operations is a reality today, as all the UAVs can carry surveillance cameras or a brick of powerful explosives.
The new LANCA 2.0 was developed to offer a modular architecture allowing the possibility to expand the product and create new configuration. It has a wide range of operating frequencies able to neutralise drones at a maximum range of 1,000 m.
LACROIX & NYLONBOR Strengthen Partnership
LACROIX and NYLONBOR announced and officialised the signature of a Letter of Intent as the companies pursue their cooperation in regard to the integration of LACROIX spectral flares and GALIX munitions in Poland. At the show, LACROIX and NYLONBOR showcased and jointly promoted Chaff and Flares for the Polish Armed Forces, along with vehicle survivability solutions for Land Forces.
Also showcased were the GALIX AOS (Automated Obscuration System) and Ammunition that offers a range of solutions right from detection to reaction, using green NT8 munition, to protect all types of land platforms. GALIX is particularly adapted for T72 MBT retrofit programme.
Reference Text/Photo:
www.targikielce.pl,
www.kallman.com,
www.baesystems.comParis, London and Kielce, Poland - three European defence industry exhibitions to mention in one breath across the world and brought under the banner of
MSPO, Europe’s third-largest trade show.
MSPO was organised by the Ministry of National Defence (MND) on the 4th-9th September, in partnership with Targi Kielce and government/private sector stakeholders to promote
the Polish defence and security sectors. MSPO has been a showcase of the Polish industry for over 25 years as a venue for presentations of the global defence sector proving the best way to promote native Polish companies.
The 26th MSPO brought together 624 exhibitors from 31 countries, with Poland represented by 328 companies and complemented with the simultaneously-held LOGISTYKA, the 24th International Logistics Fair. As 2018 lead-nation, visitors were able to see the Polish Armed Forces celebrate the 100th anniversary of Polish Independence across 27,000 square metres in the 7 exhibition halls of the Kielce Exhibition and Congress centre and outdoor expo grounds under the Honorary Patronage of the President of the Polish Republic, Andrzej Duda.
With the Polish Armaments Group as Strategic Partner, MSPO 2018 hosted over 50 official foreign delegations and exhibitor presentation platforms from Australia, China, Canada, Finland, France, the Netherlands, Japan, Great Britain, Italy and Germany amongst others.
Record-breaking Helicopter Displays
The “Defence-Cooperation-Efficiency” theme encompassed 30 units of the Polish Armed Forces General Command and 380 units of equipment and museum exhibits, including Leopard 2 tanks, Rosomak armoured vehicles, RAK self-propelled mortar and a KRAB self-propelled gunner.
The helicopters used for the show were W-3WA Sokol and W-3 AE (aero-evacuating machine) with outdoor displays of the Apache AH-64, Mi-8MSB, Mi-2, Black Hawk, Capercaillie, SW-4 Solo Ruas and the Guimbal Cabrio G2.
Significant U.S. Presence
With rising tensions along the Poland-Russia border, U.S. aerospace, defence and security companies exhibited critical technologies and equipment to strengthen connections with buyers and decision-makers involved in the modernisation of Poland’s defence forces. This support for Poland and NATO allies saw more than 30 U.S.-based companies at MSPO, including Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Motorola Solutions, Northrop Grumman, Raytheon, Harris Corp., General Atomics Aeronautical, L3 Technologies, Cubic, SRC, Corfin, Otis Technologies, and state of Arizona exhibitors Black Diamond, Colnatec and Hydronalix and Protonex.
Northrop Grumman Showcases AARGM Missile
Northrop Grumman displayed its AGM-88E Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missile (AARGM) that provides the U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps and Italian Air Force an advanced weapon system for engaging and destroying enemy air defences and time-critical, mobile targets. AARGM is a supersonic, medium-range, air-launched tactical missile compatible with U.S. and allied strike aircraft, including all variants of the F/A-18, Tornado, EA-18G, F-16, EA-6B, and F-35 (external).
The company also displayed its Bushmaster Chain Guns and medium calibre ammunition, and demonstrated integrated air and missile defence (IAMD) and short-range air defence (SHORAD) capabilities.
The IAMD Battle Command System (IBCS) is a command-and-control system developed to deliver a single, unambiguous view of the battlespace, as recently demonstrated over vast distances via the multi-node distributed test. This enhances aircraft and missile tracking and improves the ability of combatant commanders and air defenders to make critical decisions within seconds. While SHORAD capabilities protect U.S. and allied forces from a range of manned and unmanned air and missile threats. The capabilities utilise sensors, weapons and command control to acquire, track, verify, engage, and defeat incoming threats.
Raytheon Displays Wide Range of Products
Raytheon focused on the three main areas of its cooperation with Poland: Poland’s future defence partnership, cooperation with Polish industry and partnership with the local communities. Below are some of the solutions showcased by the company:
Patriot:
Poland and 15 other countries have entrusted the anti-aircraft and anti-missile defence mission to the combat-tested Patriot system. Not only Poland, but also Sweden and
Romania have joined the Patriot fellowship last year. Now Switzerland is also considering the possibility to acquire the Patriot system. Recently, Raytheon also announced the launch of work on its all-around omni-directional Patriot radar based on gallium nitride technology.
SkyCeptor:
The missile can eliminate 92 per cent of ballistic missiles, which pose a global threat. About 50 per cent of the missile can be possibly produced in Poland.
ELCAN Specter DR:
It is an optical sight used by the U.S. special forces command, British Ministry, and NATO countries’ forces. It increases soldiers’ safety owing to the ability of dual view switching with the throw of a lever. The two have been combined into a single sight unit.
The Multimedia Monitoring System (M3S):
It is designed to process various types of media available in many languages, such as online media, traditional media, YouTube, Twitter
or Facebook videos as well as structured information that can then be browsed, searched and shared. Raytheon also cooperates with the Copernicus Science Centere in Warsaw as the sole partner of FabLearn Lab, Poland’s first educational workshops. Visitors can design and manufacture their own models with the used of digital production devices, such as 3D printers, plotters, digital cutters and hand tools. Raytheon is also the exclusive sponsor of the centre’s robotics workshops.
Boeing and PGZ Collaborate on KRUK Attack Helicopter Programme
Boeing and Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa (PGZ) have signed an agreement to partner on a range of business opportunities for the AH-64 Apache in support of the KRUK Attack Helicopter Programme.
The AH-64 Apache is under consideration by the Government of Poland for its attack helicopter requirement. As part of this effort, Boeing and PGZ are developing opportunities to support, sustain and upgrade defence systems; integrate unique Polish systems on the AH-64 Apache; strengthen manufacturing capabilities; incorporate PGZ companies in Boeing’s supply chain; pursue development of advance defence industrial capabilities and other activities as mutually agreed.
The AH-64E Apache is one of the most advanced combat helicopters in production today for the U.S. Army and a growing number of international defence forces. Currently operated by 16 countries, the Apache provides unmatched capability, interoperability, readiness and the lowest operating costs.
Thales Demonstrates Hawkei 4x4 Vehicle
Thales company presented the Hawkei 4x4 vehicle in four-door, left-hand-drive configuration for European markets. The vehicle can be offered for Polish WPWS Pegaz programme. The displayed Hawkei was configured with Polish ZMT unmanned turret, WB Group Topaz fire control system, PCO OBRA-3 laser warning system, and Radmor comms.
Hawkei is a seven-tonne, 4x4, new generation, protected vehicle with a three-tonne payload, designed to meet the demanding requirements of land forces worldwide. Hawkei delivers class-leading protection, mobility and payload with unparalleled levels of blast and ballistic protection.
HGH Infrared Systems Exhibits Latest Thermal Sensors
HGH Infrared Systems recently launched new technologies to support the modernisation of the defence industry: CYCLOPE 5.0, the Tracking in Staring mode feature, and the award-winning V-LRF option. At the show, the 360-degree° thermal sensors SPYNEL-C and SPYNEL-M, respectively used for FOB protection and by Special Forces, was presented. SPYNEL-C, one of HGH’s key products, has been improved with the latest software innovations.
One of the prominent innovations at the show was CYCLOPE 5.0’s Alarm Management Module, enabling to automatically distinguish between a threat and an authorised intrusion, by analysing the behaviour of the target. In the event of a confirmed threat, SPYNEL’s integrated software CYCLOPE 5.0 automatically alerts the hypervisor, creates a visual alarm, sends an email or even sends a screenshot to the user.
HGH also presented the V-LRF option for Spynel-X and Spynel-S, which consists in adding a Visible Channel and/or a laser range finder to the sensor for a better recognition.
Soucy Defense Highlights CRT System
Soucy Defense exhibited the Composite Rubber Track (CRT) system, at the show. The CRT technology was showcased in partnership with Huta Stalowa Wola (HSW), on the new Borsuk IFV vehicle.
The Borsuk IFV has been developed for the Polish Army and the version displayed on the PGZ stand had a composite rubber track system from Soucy Defense. The company’s CRT system consists of a continuously cased rubber band structure, reinforced with a range of composite materials and steel cord, weighing up to 50 per cent lighter than comparable steel track. This has enabled the vehicles weight to be reduced. The Borsuk IFV is an amphibious and rapid manoeuvrable vehicle and its serial production is being expected from 2019.
WB GROUP Advances TOPAZ and WARMATE 2
WB Group announced the evolution of its TOPAZ software system from only a fire control software system to a fully integrated combat management system (ICMS) for military users providing a comprehensive suite of tools for commanders to enable quicker decision making and reaction.
WB Group’s engineering team has created TOPAZ ICMS to accelerate decision making with high levels of accuracy and work with other technologies for surveillance, command and communications, fire control and strike. TOPAZ ICMS facilitates an adaptive workflow drawing upon the core elements in battle: overwatch/observation, management/logistics and strike.
The company also launched its WARMATE 2 Loitering Munition System, a new member of WB GROUP’s loitering munition systems family – WARMATE. The much bigger WARMATE 2 adds more impact power and longer flight endurance to the precision and swiftness of WARMATE.
Polish Multitask UAV Buggy Unveiled
The Polish company Wojskowe Zaklady Inzynieryne S.A. has launched a multitask UAV-UTV buggy presented as a dual-use vehicle, available for both military and civilian use. It is fully integrated with an UAV, which uses the buggy roof as its landing platform. The buggy has a tubular structure, which encompasses seating for five people.
The cargo compartment can carry a payload of maximum 300 kg. The vehicle empty weight nears 1,000 kg. Airborne and Special Forces are targeted as primary customers but border forces and other security units may be interested in this vehicle. The range of weaponry adaptable on it is wide, from machine guns to antitank missiles, but would require appropriate structure reinforcements and brackets.
At MSPO, the buggy was covered with a high-tech camouflage net lowering the IR/thermal signature.
Spotlight on Rosomak 8x8 Armoured Vehicle
The Polish Company Rosomak S.A., a subdivision of the Polish armaments industry PGZ, presented a new version of the Rosomak 8x8 armoured vehicle in Command Post variant. The Rosomak 8×8 multi-role armoured vehicle produced in Poland by Rosomak S.A., is a variant of the Patria AMV manufactured under license in Poland. The new Command Post vehicle is designed to offer communication and coordination centre to military units commanders during combat operations in static position or on the move. The Rosomak Command Post provides large interior space to support the commanders with all the equipment and electrical power required to manage the battlefield, with the same proven survivability and force protection as the standard Rosomak 8x8 Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC).
The Rosomak Command Post is equipped with different types of communications systems including computers and software able to send classified data including NATO secret information.
Ctrl+Sky Products Provide Umbrella Protection
Ctrl+Sky Vehicle Mounted is a mobile system for UAV detection and neutralisation mounted on a vehicle. The system ensures protection of mass events, borders and other airspace against unseemly or hostile use of drones, day and night, in any weather conditions. The Ctrl+Sky provides an umbrella-like protection without blind zones and enables effective detection of small drones at a distance of up 2000 m, with minimal false alarms.
TUR V 4x4 Multi-Purpose Armoured Vehicle Launched
The Polish Company AMZ, manufacturer of combat and armoured vehicles, unveiled a new version of the TUR V, which is designed as a multi-purpose armoured vehicle. According to the Polish Defense Industry, the new TUR V was developed for the Pegaz programme of the Polish Army.
The design of the new TUR V is divided in three main parts with the engine at the front, a double crew cab in the middle, and an open-top cargo compartment at the rear. The roof of the vehicle has a single hatch that can be used to put a remotely operated turret on a ring mount.
The armoured crew cabin of the new TUR V offers ballistic protection and mine protection and can accommodate up to four military personnel, including driver and commander. An optional armour protection can be fitted on the vehicle to increase the protection to Level 3.
Polish-made C-UAS Offers Robust Solutions
Polish Company Wojskowe Zakłady Elektroniczne (WZE) presented its new counter UAV system, LANCA 2.0, designed to neutralise small flying objects. The potential threat from small UAVs in the hands of terrorists or during combat operations is a reality today, as all the UAVs can carry surveillance cameras or a brick of powerful explosives.
The new LANCA 2.0 was developed to offer a modular architecture allowing the possibility to expand the product and create new configuration. It has a wide range of operating frequencies able to neutralise drones at a maximum range of 1,000 m.
LACROIX & NYLONBOR Strengthen Partnership
LACROIX and NYLONBOR announced and officialised the signature of a Letter of Intent as the companies pursue their cooperation in regard to the integration of LACROIX spectral flares and GALIX munitions in Poland. At the show, LACROIX and NYLONBOR showcased and jointly promoted Chaff and Flares for the Polish Armed Forces, along with vehicle survivability solutions for Land Forces.
Also showcased were the GALIX AOS (Automated Obscuration System) and Ammunition that offers a range of solutions right from detection to reaction, using green NT8 munition, to protect all types of land platforms. GALIX is particularly adapted for T72 MBT retrofit programme.
Reference Text/Photo:
www.targikielce.pl,
www.kallman.com,
www.baesystems.com
MSPO was organised by the Ministry of National Defence (MND) on the 4th-9th September, in partnership with Targi Kielce and government/private sector stakeholders to promote the Polish defence and security sectors. MSPO has been a showcase of the Polish industry for over 25 years as a venue for presentations of the global defence sector proving the best way to promote native Polish companies.
The 26th MSPO brought together 624 exhibitors from 31 countries, with Poland represented by 328 companies and complemented with the simultaneously-held LOGISTYKA, the 24th International Logistics Fair. As 2018 lead-nation, visitors were able to see the Polish Armed Forces celebrate the 100th anniversary of Polish Independence across 27,000 square metres in the 7 exhibition halls of the Kielce Exhibition and Congress centre and outdoor expo grounds under the Honorary Patronage of the President of the Polish Republic, Andrzej Duda.
With the Polish Armaments Group as Strategic Partner, MSPO 2018 hosted over 50 official foreign delegations and exhibitor presentation platforms from Australia, China, Canada, Finland, France, the Netherlands, Japan, Great Britain, Italy and Germany amongst others.
Record-breaking Helicopter Displays
The “Defence-Cooperation-Efficiency” theme encompassed 30 units of the Polish Armed Forces General Command and 380 units of equipment and museum exhibits, including Leopard 2 tanks, Rosomak armoured vehicles, RAK self-propelled mortar and a KRAB self-propelled gunner.
The helicopters used for the show were W-3WA Sokol and W-3 AE (aero-evacuating machine) with outdoor displays of the Apache AH-64, Mi-8MSB, Mi-2, Black Hawk, Capercaillie, SW-4 Solo Ruas and the Guimbal Cabrio G2.
Significant U.S. Presence
With rising tensions along the Poland-Russia border, U.S. aerospace, defence and security companies exhibited critical technologies and equipment to strengthen connections with buyers and decision-makers involved in the modernisation of Poland’s defence forces. This support for Poland and NATO allies saw more than 30 U.S.-based companies at MSPO, including Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Motorola Solutions, Northrop Grumman, Raytheon, Harris Corp., General Atomics Aeronautical, L3 Technologies, Cubic, SRC, Corfin, Otis Technologies, and state of Arizona exhibitors Black Diamond, Colnatec and Hydronalix and Protonex.
Northrop Grumman Showcases AARGM Missile
Northrop Grumman displayed its AGM-88E Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missile (AARGM) that provides the U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps and Italian Air Force an advanced weapon system for engaging and destroying enemy air defences and time-critical, mobile targets. AARGM is a supersonic, medium-range, air-launched tactical missile compatible with U.S. and allied strike aircraft, including all variants of the F/A-18, Tornado, EA-18G, F-16, EA-6B, and F-35 (external).
The company also displayed its Bushmaster Chain Guns and medium calibre ammunition, and demonstrated integrated air and missile defence (IAMD) and short-range air defence (SHORAD) capabilities.
The IAMD Battle Command System (IBCS) is a command-and-control system developed to deliver a single, unambiguous view of the battlespace, as recently demonstrated over vast distances via the multi-node distributed test. This enhances aircraft and missile tracking and improves the ability of combatant commanders and air defenders to make critical decisions within seconds. While SHORAD capabilities protect U.S. and allied forces from a range of manned and unmanned air and missile threats. The capabilities utilise sensors, weapons and command control to acquire, track, verify, engage, and defeat incoming threats.
Raytheon Displays Wide Range of Products
Raytheon focused on the three main areas of its cooperation with Poland: Poland’s future defence partnership, cooperation with Polish industry and partnership with the local communities. Below are some of the solutions showcased by the company:
Patriot:
Poland and 15 other countries have entrusted the anti-aircraft and anti-missile defence mission to the combat-tested Patriot system. Not only Poland, but also Sweden and Romania have joined the Patriot fellowship last year. Now Switzerland is also considering the possibility to acquire the Patriot system. Recently, Raytheon also announced the launch of work on its all-around omni-directional Patriot radar based on gallium nitride technology.
SkyCeptor:
The missile can eliminate 92 per cent of ballistic missiles, which pose a global threat. About 50 per cent of the missile can be possibly produced in Poland.
ELCAN Specter DR:
It is an optical sight used by the U.S. special forces command, British Ministry, and NATO countries’ forces. It increases soldiers’ safety owing to the ability of dual view switching with the throw of a lever. The two have been combined into a single sight unit.
The Multimedia Monitoring System (M3S):
It is designed to process various types of media available in many languages, such as online media, traditional media, YouTube, Twitter or Facebook videos as well as structured information that can then be browsed, searched and shared. Raytheon also cooperates with the Copernicus Science Centere in Warsaw as the sole partner of FabLearn Lab, Poland’s first educational workshops. Visitors can design and manufacture their own models with the used of digital production devices, such as 3D printers, plotters, digital cutters and hand tools. Raytheon is also the exclusive sponsor of the centre’s robotics workshops.
Boeing and PGZ Collaborate on KRUK Attack Helicopter Programme
Boeing and Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa (PGZ) have signed an agreement to partner on a range of business opportunities for the AH-64 Apache in support of the KRUK Attack Helicopter Programme.
The AH-64 Apache is under consideration by the Government of Poland for its attack helicopter requirement. As part of this effort, Boeing and PGZ are developing opportunities to support, sustain and upgrade defence systems; integrate unique Polish systems on the AH-64 Apache; strengthen manufacturing capabilities; incorporate PGZ companies in Boeing’s supply chain; pursue development of advance defence industrial capabilities and other activities as mutually agreed.
The AH-64E Apache is one of the most advanced combat helicopters in production today for the U.S. Army and a growing number of international defence forces. Currently operated by 16 countries, the Apache provides unmatched capability, interoperability, readiness and the lowest operating costs.
Thales Demonstrates Hawkei 4x4 Vehicle
Thales company presented the Hawkei 4x4 vehicle in four-door, left-hand-drive configuration for European markets. The vehicle can be offered for Polish WPWS Pegaz programme. The displayed Hawkei was configured with Polish ZMT unmanned turret, WB Group Topaz fire control system, PCO OBRA-3 laser warning system, and Radmor comms.
Hawkei is a seven-tonne, 4x4, new generation, protected vehicle with a three-tonne payload, designed to meet the demanding requirements of land forces worldwide. Hawkei delivers class-leading protection, mobility and payload with unparalleled levels of blast and ballistic protection.
HGH Infrared Systems Exhibits Latest Thermal Sensors
HGH Infrared Systems recently launched new technologies to support the modernisation of the defence industry: CYCLOPE 5.0, the Tracking in Staring mode feature, and the award-winning V-LRF option. At the show, the 360-degree° thermal sensors SPYNEL-C and SPYNEL-M, respectively used for FOB protection and by Special Forces, was presented. SPYNEL-C, one of HGH’s key products, has been improved with the latest software innovations.
One of the prominent innovations at the show was CYCLOPE 5.0’s Alarm Management Module, enabling to automatically distinguish between a threat and an authorised intrusion, by analysing the behaviour of the target. In the event of a confirmed threat, SPYNEL’s integrated software CYCLOPE 5.0 automatically alerts the hypervisor, creates a visual alarm, sends an email or even sends a screenshot to the user.
HGH also presented the V-LRF option for Spynel-X and Spynel-S, which consists in adding a Visible Channel and/or a laser range finder to the sensor for a better recognition.
Soucy Defense Highlights CRT System
Soucy Defense exhibited the Composite Rubber Track (CRT) system, at the show. The CRT technology was showcased in partnership with Huta Stalowa Wola (HSW), on the new Borsuk IFV vehicle.
The Borsuk IFV has been developed for the Polish Army and the version displayed on the PGZ stand had a composite rubber track system from Soucy Defense. The company’s CRT system consists of a continuously cased rubber band structure, reinforced with a range of composite materials and steel cord, weighing up to 50 per cent lighter than comparable steel track. This has enabled the vehicles weight to be reduced. The Borsuk IFV is an amphibious and rapid manoeuvrable vehicle and its serial production is being expected from 2019.
WB GROUP Advances TOPAZ and WARMATE 2
WB Group announced the evolution of its TOPAZ software system from only a fire control software system to a fully integrated combat management system (ICMS) for military users providing a comprehensive suite of tools for commanders to enable quicker decision making and reaction.
WB Group’s engineering team has created TOPAZ ICMS to accelerate decision making with high levels of accuracy and work with other technologies for surveillance, command and communications, fire control and strike. TOPAZ ICMS facilitates an adaptive workflow drawing upon the core elements in battle: overwatch/observation, management/logistics and strike.
The company also launched its WARMATE 2 Loitering Munition System, a new member of WB GROUP’s loitering munition systems family – WARMATE. The much bigger WARMATE 2 adds more impact power and longer flight endurance to the precision and swiftness of WARMATE.
Polish Multitask UAV Buggy Unveiled
The Polish company Wojskowe Zaklady Inzynieryne S.A. has launched a multitask UAV-UTV buggy presented as a dual-use vehicle, available for both military and civilian use. It is fully integrated with an UAV, which uses the buggy roof as its landing platform. The buggy has a tubular structure, which encompasses seating for five people.
The cargo compartment can carry a payload of maximum 300 kg. The vehicle empty weight nears 1,000 kg. Airborne and Special Forces are targeted as primary customers but border forces and other security units may be interested in this vehicle. The range of weaponry adaptable on it is wide, from machine guns to antitank missiles, but would require appropriate structure reinforcements and brackets.
At MSPO, the buggy was covered with a high-tech camouflage net lowering the IR/thermal signature.
Spotlight on Rosomak 8x8 Armoured Vehicle
The Polish Company Rosomak S.A., a subdivision of the Polish armaments industry PGZ, presented a new version of the Rosomak 8x8 armoured vehicle in Command Post variant. The Rosomak 8×8 multi-role armoured vehicle produced in Poland by Rosomak S.A., is a variant of the Patria AMV manufactured under license in Poland. The new Command Post vehicle is designed to offer communication and coordination centre to military units commanders during combat operations in static position or on the move. The Rosomak Command Post provides large interior space to support the commanders with all the equipment and electrical power required to manage the battlefield, with the same proven survivability and force protection as the standard Rosomak 8x8 Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC).
The Rosomak Command Post is equipped with different types of communications systems including computers and software able to send classified data including NATO secret information.
Ctrl+Sky Products Provide Umbrella Protection
Ctrl+Sky Vehicle Mounted is a mobile system for UAV detection and neutralisation mounted on a vehicle. The system ensures protection of mass events, borders and other airspace against unseemly or hostile use of drones, day and night, in any weather conditions. The Ctrl+Sky provides an umbrella-like protection without blind zones and enables effective detection of small drones at a distance of up 2000 m, with minimal false alarms.
TUR V 4x4 Multi-Purpose Armoured Vehicle Launched
The Polish Company AMZ, manufacturer of combat and armoured vehicles, unveiled a new version of the TUR V, which is designed as a multi-purpose armoured vehicle. According to the Polish Defense Industry, the new TUR V was developed for the Pegaz programme of the Polish Army.
The design of the new TUR V is divided in three main parts with the engine at the front, a double crew cab in the middle, and an open-top cargo compartment at the rear. The roof of the vehicle has a single hatch that can be used to put a remotely operated turret on a ring mount.
The armoured crew cabin of the new TUR V offers ballistic protection and mine protection and can accommodate up to four military personnel, including driver and commander. An optional armour protection can be fitted on the vehicle to increase the protection to Level 3.
Polish-made C-UAS Offers Robust Solutions
Polish Company Wojskowe Zakłady Elektroniczne (WZE) presented its new counter UAV system, LANCA 2.0, designed to neutralise small flying objects. The potential threat from small UAVs in the hands of terrorists or during combat operations is a reality today, as all the UAVs can carry surveillance cameras or a brick of powerful explosives.
The new LANCA 2.0 was developed to offer a modular architecture allowing the possibility to expand the product and create new configuration. It has a wide range of operating frequencies able to neutralise drones at a maximum range of 1,000 m.
LACROIX & NYLONBOR Strengthen Partnership
LACROIX and NYLONBOR announced and officialised the signature of a Letter of Intent as the companies pursue their cooperation in regard to the integration of LACROIX spectral flares and GALIX munitions in Poland. At the show, LACROIX and NYLONBOR showcased and jointly promoted Chaff and Flares for the Polish Armed Forces, along with vehicle survivability solutions for Land Forces.
Also showcased were the GALIX AOS (Automated Obscuration System) and Ammunition that offers a range of solutions right from detection to reaction, using green NT8 munition, to protect all types of land platforms. GALIX is particularly adapted for T72 MBT retrofit programme.
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www.baesystems.comParis, London and Kielce, Poland - three European defence industry exhibitions to mention in one breath across the world and brought under the banner of
MSPO, Europe’s third-largest trade show.
MSPO was organised by the Ministry of National Defence (MND) on the 4th-9th September, in partnership with Targi Kielce and government/private sector stakeholders to promote
the Polish defence and security sectors. MSPO has been a showcase of the Polish industry for over 25 years as a venue for presentations of the global defence sector proving the best way to promote native Polish companies.
The 26th MSPO brought together 624 exhibitors from 31 countries, with Poland represented by 328 companies and complemented with the simultaneously-held LOGISTYKA, the 24th International Logistics Fair. As 2018 lead-nation, visitors were able to see the Polish Armed Forces celebrate the 100th anniversary of Polish Independence across 27,000 square metres in the 7 exhibition halls of the Kielce Exhibition and Congress centre and outdoor expo grounds under the Honorary Patronage of the President of the Polish Republic, Andrzej Duda.
With the Polish Armaments Group as Strategic Partner, MSPO 2018 hosted over 50 official foreign delegations and exhibitor presentation platforms from Australia, China, Canada, Finland, France, the Netherlands, Japan, Great Britain, Italy and Germany amongst others.
Record-breaking Helicopter Displays
The “Defence-Cooperation-Efficiency” theme encompassed 30 units of the Polish Armed Forces General Command and 380 units of equipment and museum exhibits, including Leopard 2 tanks, Rosomak armoured vehicles, RAK self-propelled mortar and a KRAB self-propelled gunner.
The helicopters used for the show were W-3WA Sokol and W-3 AE (aero-evacuating machine) with outdoor displays of the Apache AH-64, Mi-8MSB, Mi-2, Black Hawk, Capercaillie, SW-4 Solo Ruas and the Guimbal Cabrio G2.
Significant U.S. Presence
With rising tensions along the Poland-Russia border, U.S. aerospace, defence and security companies exhibited critical technologies and equipment to strengthen connections with buyers and decision-makers involved in the modernisation of Poland’s defence forces. This support for Poland and NATO allies saw more than 30 U.S.-based companies at MSPO, including Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Motorola Solutions, Northrop Grumman, Raytheon, Harris Corp., General Atomics Aeronautical, L3 Technologies, Cubic, SRC, Corfin, Otis Technologies, and state of Arizona exhibitors Black Diamond, Colnatec and Hydronalix and Protonex.
Northrop Grumman Showcases AARGM Missile
Northrop Grumman displayed its AGM-88E Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missile (AARGM) that provides the U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps and Italian Air Force an advanced weapon system for engaging and destroying enemy air defences and time-critical, mobile targets. AARGM is a supersonic, medium-range, air-launched tactical missile compatible with U.S. and allied strike aircraft, including all variants of the F/A-18, Tornado, EA-18G, F-16, EA-6B, and F-35 (external).
The company also displayed its Bushmaster Chain Guns and medium calibre ammunition, and demonstrated integrated air and missile defence (IAMD) and short-range air defence (SHORAD) capabilities.
The IAMD Battle Command System (IBCS) is a command-and-control system developed to deliver a single, unambiguous view of the battlespace, as recently demonstrated over vast distances via the multi-node distributed test. This enhances aircraft and missile tracking and improves the ability of combatant commanders and air defenders to make critical decisions within seconds. While SHORAD capabilities protect U.S. and allied forces from a range of manned and unmanned air and missile threats. The capabilities utilise sensors, weapons and command control to acquire, track, verify, engage, and defeat incoming threats.
Raytheon Displays Wide Range of Products
Raytheon focused on the three main areas of its cooperation with Poland: Poland’s future defence partnership, cooperation with Polish industry and partnership with the local communities. Below are some of the solutions showcased by the company:
Patriot:
Poland and 15 other countries have entrusted the anti-aircraft and anti-missile defence mission to the combat-tested Patriot system. Not only Poland, but also Sweden and
Romania have joined the Patriot fellowship last year. Now Switzerland is also considering the possibility to acquire the Patriot system. Recently, Raytheon also announced the launch of work on its all-around omni-directional Patriot radar based on gallium nitride technology.
SkyCeptor:
The missile can eliminate 92 per cent of ballistic missiles, which pose a global threat. About 50 per cent of the missile can be possibly produced in Poland.
ELCAN Specter DR:
It is an optical sight used by the U.S. special forces command, British Ministry, and NATO countries’ forces. It increases soldiers’ safety owing to the ability of dual view switching with the throw of a lever. The two have been combined into a single sight unit.
The Multimedia Monitoring System (M3S):
It is designed to process various types of media available in many languages, such as online media, traditional media, YouTube, Twitter
or Facebook videos as well as structured information that can then be browsed, searched and shared. Raytheon also cooperates with the Copernicus Science Centere in Warsaw as the sole partner of FabLearn Lab, Poland’s first educational workshops. Visitors can design and manufacture their own models with the used of digital production devices, such as 3D printers, plotters, digital cutters and hand tools. Raytheon is also the exclusive sponsor of the centre’s robotics workshops.
Boeing and PGZ Collaborate on KRUK Attack Helicopter Programme
Boeing and Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa (PGZ) have signed an agreement to partner on a range of business opportunities for the AH-64 Apache in support of the KRUK Attack Helicopter Programme.
The AH-64 Apache is under consideration by the Government of Poland for its attack helicopter requirement. As part of this effort, Boeing and PGZ are developing opportunities to support, sustain and upgrade defence systems; integrate unique Polish systems on the AH-64 Apache; strengthen manufacturing capabilities; incorporate PGZ companies in Boeing’s supply chain; pursue development of advance defence industrial capabilities and other activities as mutually agreed.
The AH-64E Apache is one of the most advanced combat helicopters in production today for the U.S. Army and a growing number of international defence forces. Currently operated by 16 countries, the Apache provides unmatched capability, interoperability, readiness and the lowest operating costs.
Thales Demonstrates Hawkei 4x4 Vehicle
Thales company presented the Hawkei 4x4 vehicle in four-door, left-hand-drive configuration for European markets. The vehicle can be offered for Polish WPWS Pegaz programme. The displayed Hawkei was configured with Polish ZMT unmanned turret, WB Group Topaz fire control system, PCO OBRA-3 laser warning system, and Radmor comms.
Hawkei is a seven-tonne, 4x4, new generation, protected vehicle with a three-tonne payload, designed to meet the demanding requirements of land forces worldwide. Hawkei delivers class-leading protection, mobility and payload with unparalleled levels of blast and ballistic protection.
HGH Infrared Systems Exhibits Latest Thermal Sensors
HGH Infrared Systems recently launched new technologies to support the modernisation of the defence industry: CYCLOPE 5.0, the Tracking in Staring mode feature, and the award-winning V-LRF option. At the show, the 360-degree° thermal sensors SPYNEL-C and SPYNEL-M, respectively used for FOB protection and by Special Forces, was presented. SPYNEL-C, one of HGH’s key products, has been improved with the latest software innovations.
One of the prominent innovations at the show was CYCLOPE 5.0’s Alarm Management Module, enabling to automatically distinguish between a threat and an authorised intrusion, by analysing the behaviour of the target. In the event of a confirmed threat, SPYNEL’s integrated software CYCLOPE 5.0 automatically alerts the hypervisor, creates a visual alarm, sends an email or even sends a screenshot to the user.
HGH also presented the V-LRF option for Spynel-X and Spynel-S, which consists in adding a Visible Channel and/or a laser range finder to the sensor for a better recognition.
Soucy Defense Highlights CRT System
Soucy Defense exhibited the Composite Rubber Track (CRT) system, at the show. The CRT technology was showcased in partnership with Huta Stalowa Wola (HSW), on the new Borsuk IFV vehicle.
The Borsuk IFV has been developed for the Polish Army and the version displayed on the PGZ stand had a composite rubber track system from Soucy Defense. The company’s CRT system consists of a continuously cased rubber band structure, reinforced with a range of composite materials and steel cord, weighing up to 50 per cent lighter than comparable steel track. This has enabled the vehicles weight to be reduced. The Borsuk IFV is an amphibious and rapid manoeuvrable vehicle and its serial production is being expected from 2019.
WB GROUP Advances TOPAZ and WARMATE 2
WB Group announced the evolution of its TOPAZ software system from only a fire control software system to a fully integrated combat management system (ICMS) for military users providing a comprehensive suite of tools for commanders to enable quicker decision making and reaction.
WB Group’s engineering team has created TOPAZ ICMS to accelerate decision making with high levels of accuracy and work with other technologies for surveillance, command and communications, fire control and strike. TOPAZ ICMS facilitates an adaptive workflow drawing upon the core elements in battle: overwatch/observation, management/logistics and strike.
The company also launched its WARMATE 2 Loitering Munition System, a new member of WB GROUP’s loitering munition systems family – WARMATE. The much bigger WARMATE 2 adds more impact power and longer flight endurance to the precision and swiftness of WARMATE.
Polish Multitask UAV Buggy Unveiled
The Polish company Wojskowe Zaklady Inzynieryne S.A. has launched a multitask UAV-UTV buggy presented as a dual-use vehicle, available for both military and civilian use. It is fully integrated with an UAV, which uses the buggy roof as its landing platform. The buggy has a tubular structure, which encompasses seating for five people.
The cargo compartment can carry a payload of maximum 300 kg. The vehicle empty weight nears 1,000 kg. Airborne and Special Forces are targeted as primary customers but border forces and other security units may be interested in this vehicle. The range of weaponry adaptable on it is wide, from machine guns to antitank missiles, but would require appropriate structure reinforcements and brackets.
At MSPO, the buggy was covered with a high-tech camouflage net lowering the IR/thermal signature.
Spotlight on Rosomak 8x8 Armoured Vehicle
The Polish Company Rosomak S.A., a subdivision of the Polish armaments industry PGZ, presented a new version of the Rosomak 8x8 armoured vehicle in Command Post variant. The Rosomak 8×8 multi-role armoured vehicle produced in Poland by Rosomak S.A., is a variant of the Patria AMV manufactured under license in Poland. The new Command Post vehicle is designed to offer communication and coordination centre to military units commanders during combat operations in static position or on the move. The Rosomak Command Post provides large interior space to support the commanders with all the equipment and electrical power required to manage the battlefield, with the same proven survivability and force protection as the standard Rosomak 8x8 Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC).
The Rosomak Command Post is equipped with different types of communications systems including computers and software able to send classified data including NATO secret information.
Ctrl+Sky Products Provide Umbrella Protection
Ctrl+Sky Vehicle Mounted is a mobile system for UAV detection and neutralisation mounted on a vehicle. The system ensures protection of mass events, borders and other airspace against unseemly or hostile use of drones, day and night, in any weather conditions. The Ctrl+Sky provides an umbrella-like protection without blind zones and enables effective detection of small drones at a distance of up 2000 m, with minimal false alarms.
TUR V 4x4 Multi-Purpose Armoured Vehicle Launched
The Polish Company AMZ, manufacturer of combat and armoured vehicles, unveiled a new version of the TUR V, which is designed as a multi-purpose armoured vehicle. According to the Polish Defense Industry, the new TUR V was developed for the Pegaz programme of the Polish Army.
The design of the new TUR V is divided in three main parts with the engine at the front, a double crew cab in the middle, and an open-top cargo compartment at the rear. The roof of the vehicle has a single hatch that can be used to put a remotely operated turret on a ring mount.
The armoured crew cabin of the new TUR V offers ballistic protection and mine protection and can accommodate up to four military personnel, including driver and commander. An optional armour protection can be fitted on the vehicle to increase the protection to Level 3.
Polish-made C-UAS Offers Robust Solutions
Polish Company Wojskowe Zakłady Elektroniczne (WZE) presented its new counter UAV system, LANCA 2.0, designed to neutralise small flying objects. The potential threat from small UAVs in the hands of terrorists or during combat operations is a reality today, as all the UAVs can carry surveillance cameras or a brick of powerful explosives.
The new LANCA 2.0 was developed to offer a modular architecture allowing the possibility to expand the product and create new configuration. It has a wide range of operating frequencies able to neutralise drones at a maximum range of 1,000 m.
LACROIX & NYLONBOR Strengthen Partnership
LACROIX and NYLONBOR announced and officialised the signature of a Letter of Intent as the companies pursue their cooperation in regard to the integration of LACROIX spectral flares and GALIX munitions in Poland. At the show, LACROIX and NYLONBOR showcased and jointly promoted Chaff and Flares for the Polish Armed Forces, along with vehicle survivability solutions for Land Forces.
Also showcased were the GALIX AOS (Automated Obscuration System) and Ammunition that offers a range of solutions right from detection to reaction, using green NT8 munition, to protect all types of land platforms. GALIX is particularly adapted for T72 MBT retrofit programme.
Reference Text/Photo:
www.targikielce.pl,
www.kallman.com,
www.baesystems.com
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